Saturday, December 9, 2017

Santa & Reindeer Sighting, Ornaments Finished, Holiday Fun


'Grand muffins' visiting the Koi pond at the Carpinito Bros market.

One of Santa's reindeer making a quick visit before the big day. 

Moses the camel, supposedly descended from the first camels at the Nativity scene.

Santa and escort.

Littlest 'grand muffin.'

Fun with 'grand muffins.' 

Santa's helpers' cottage.

My Scottie doggy ornaments.

Hello from sunny and cold Renton, WA in the Pac NW.
Where we are busy enjoying holiday activities with son, daughter and their families.
We've been very busy.

We went to visit Santa and had to wait a few minutes while he was taking a break at a coffee shop. Break time over he jollied his way back to business to find out what the children wanted for Christmas.

Then we had to visit Carpinito Bros. produce market to see the 'nativity' camel and a couple of Santa's reindeer. Cookies have been made and eaten. Songs have been sung. We've colored with color crayons and made lots of art. I don't know if I can keep this pace up. But I'm smiling.

I hope you're enjoying the season, cold or warm.
Remembering to be thankful here.

I'll be by to visit.

10 comments:

Pamela said...

It looks like you are getting ready for Christmas! Sweet little ornaments.

Quiltdivajulie said...

Love the term Grandmuffins! Enjoy your time - looks like you are off to a great start.

Queeniepatch said...

Of course you can keep up the pace! Grand Muffins GIVE you energy!
Is that Santa's body guard or did he need an escort for some other reason? Lost his directions? Had a brandy with his coffee?

Ann said...

Grand muffins, Santa, and scotties. What could be better?

Cathy said...

Cute Grandmuffins! I especially like the pic of the littlest one coloring. And your ornaments sure turned out cute!

Janie said...

Well brandy and coffee would warm things up a bit and get the ho ho's rolling for sure.
However drinking on the job tends to be frowned on and hopefully, Santa realizes the importance of his job,
Saving the warming drinks till he gets home, where the Mrs. can keep an eye on him.

Karen said...

I guess there is a lot of excitement about the big day with all your little ones! Wishing you all ther most amazing Christmas Janie...xxx

Magpie's Mumblings said...

I giggled when I noticed Santa needing an escort....wonder if that was because he was afraid of being mobbed? Fun! Your wee Scotties are ever so cute.

Kaja said...

Lovely festive photos!

Anonymous said...

Hi Janie wow what a wonderful post,love your pics especially the one of the reindeer,thankyou for sharing my friend xx